Washington's Mid-Illini Conference boys basketball title streak is over.
Morton (19-4, 12-1) will rest on top of the league by itself after a 52-38 win Tuesday over the Panthers at Torry Gymnasium.
"It's awesome, a great feeling and a terrific reward for these guys," MHS head coach Steve Schupp said. "I couldn't be prouder of what they've accomplished."
The Potters achieved their first M-I title in the sport since 2001-02 after avenging an earlier home loss to Washington (19-6, 10-3).
Drake Taphorn led Morton with 14 points, including three big three-pointers in the second half. Brett Bisping and Tyler Lundeen added 11 apiece.
"I just credit the guys for finding me in the corner," Taphorn said of his long-range shots. "They have confidence in me to knock them down."
The Panthers were conference champions in each of coach Kevin Brown's first five seasons.
